FPGA/SoC Engineer (f/m/d) – Remote Systems Update & Fault Recovery

European Commission; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research organization in Germany is seeking a Developer for FPGA and SoC solutions, focusing on monitoring and fault detection for innovative projects. Ideal candidates will possess a university degree in Electronics, strong skills in RTL design, and effective communication abilities to collaborate within a diverse team. This temporary position offers competitive benefits similar to public service organizations, including flexible working hours and extensive training opportunities.

Leistungen

Flexible working times

30 days of vacation

Generous pension scheme

Subsidized company restaurant

Extensive training opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Strong proficiency in RTL design and FPGA toolchains.
• Experience writing kernel drivers for FPGA/SoC peripherals.
• Familiarity with high-speed interfaces is considered an asset.

Aufgaben

• Design FPGA and SoC solutions focusing on monitoring fault detection.
• Research self-monitoring and repairing systems for error recovery.
• Develop automated test frameworks for validation under fault conditions.

Kenntnisse

RTL design

FPGA toolchains

HDL simulations frameworks

Linux kernel drivers

FPGA-based project maintenance

High-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet)

Communication skills

Ausbildung

University degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or Physics

Jobbeschreibung

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This is a time-limited position, available until 30 September 2027

Organisation/Company European XFEL Research Field Engineering » Electronic engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Undergraduate Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 19 Aug 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Other Job Status Extra Information This is a time-limited position, available until 30 September 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Reference Number E-390 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes

Offer Description

European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques.

For our Electronic and Electrical Engineering group, we are looking for an

The Position

As part of the STEPHANIK project, we are looking for a Developer to design FPGA and SoC solutions with focus on monitorization, fault detection and recovery methods as well as updates in harsh environments. The Slovak Technical Ecosphere Platform (STEPHANIK) is a transformation and innovation program by the Slovak Government with international partners, including EuXFEL and DESY. EuXFEL is supporting this program through knowledge transfer and developments in high data-rate FPGA acquisition systems. As part of this project, and linked in with other strategic developments at EuXFEL you will:

• research in self-monitoring and repairing FPGA/SoC systems to detect and recover from radiation-induced errors or internal failures,
• design secure over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates for remote SoC platforms in inaccessible environments with fail-safe fallback mechanisms,
• design low-level drivers (e.g., Linux kernel drivers, bare-metal firmware) for custom and standard FPGA/SoC peripherals,
• develop automated test frameworks for SoC platform validation under fault conditions,
• interface to the project partners of STEPHANIK, and within EuXFEL to understand requirements for such platforms.

The project is executed with staff members from EuXFEL’s Electronic and Electrical Engineering and Controls Software Groups.

Requirements

• university degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Physics or comparable field,
• strong proficiency and proven experience in RTL design and FPGA toolchains,
• experience in HDL simulations frameworks,
• experience writing kernel drivers for FPGA/SoC peripherals,
• experience in maintaining and supporting FPGA-based projects,
• familiarity with high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, DDR4/5) is considered an asset,
• strong communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders from diverse cultural backgrounds and technical disciplines, ensuring clear and concise exchange of complex technical concepts

Working place will be Schenefeld, in the Hamburg metropolitan area. General information on working in Germany, the Hamburg area and the European XFEL can be found here .

Our offer

Become part of a vibrant international and multicultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.

Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, this includes for example:

• family-friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)
• flexible working times and option for work from home depending on tasks
• 30days of vacation, 24thand 31st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer
• generous company pension scheme (6,45% of monthly salary)
• monthly social events and subsidized company restaurant
• partially financed job-tickets for public transportation
• extensive training opportunities incl. subsidized English and German language classes
• Easy and free access to a mental health platform to support your well‑being

Our company language is English.

Reference number: E-390

Duration: This is a time-limited position, available until 30 September2027.

Application

Please apply online and provide your CV and a motivation letter in English as well as any reference letters.

The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we promote and support diverse and heterogenous teams. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants.